1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 7 cities in Fort Bend County, Texas.
Verified from official government sources
Fort Bend County has not adopted zoning ordinances and does not issue Certificates of Occupancy. Texas counties have weak police power under Local Government Code Chapters 232 and 233, so accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in unincorporated areas are not specifically permitted or prohibited at the county level. The County Engineer requires a Residential Development Permit for any new structure or addition that meets or exceeds 400 square feet. Subdivision deed restrictions and HOA covenants typically control whether a second dwelling is allowed on a lot. Inside cities (Sugar Land, Missouri City, Stafford, Richmond, Rosenberg, Katy, Fulshear, Meadows Place), municipal zoning controls.
7 cities in Fort Bend County have their own accessory structures rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
5 verified rules • ADU Rules, Carport Rules
5 verified rules • ADU Rules, Carport Rules
4 verified rules • ADU Rules, Carport Rules
4 verified rules • ADU Rules, Carport Rules
4 verified rules • ADU Rules, Carport Rules
4 verified rules • ADU Rules, Carport Rules
4 verified rules • ADU Rules, Carport Rules
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